Londoners planning to celebrate New Year’s Eve can take advantage of additional overnight transport services provided by TfL, including special all-night operations on the DLR and London Overground. These services aim to ensure smooth uk/topic/travel/">travel during the festivities, particularly for residents and visitors in south east London.
DLR Services
The Docklands Light Railway (DLR) will operate a Saturday schedule during the day and transition to an all-night service on New Year’s Eve. The DLR serves key south east London stations, including Greenwich, Deptford, and Lewisham, with convenient connections to central London via Bank station.
London Overground Services
Three London Overground lines will run overnight services, including the Windrush Line, which serves several stations in south east London.
Windrush Line Schedule
The Windrush Line will operate between Highbury & Islington and West Croydon/Crystal Palace. South London stations on this route include:
- Rotherhithe
- Canada Water
- Surrey Quays
- New Cross
- New Cross Gate
- Brockley
- Honor Oak Park
- Forest Hill
- Sydenham
- Crystal Palace
- Penge West
- Anerley
- Norwood Junction
- West Croydon
- Queens Road Peckham
- Peckham Rye
- Denmark Hill
- Clapham High Street
- Wandsworth Road
- Clapham Junction
Mildmay Line Schedule
The Mildmay Line will operate overnight between Stratford, Clapham Junction, and Richmond. It will also serve Clapham Junction in south London, offering further connectivity for New Year’s Eve travelers.
Plan Ahead
TfL has urged passengers to check schedules and plan their journeys in advance, as some services may experience high demand. The special overnight transport options are part of TfL’s commitment to providing safe and efficient travel during one of the busiest nights of the year.
For more detailed information on routes and schedules, passengers are encouraged to visit the TfL website or use the TfL Go app.
